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LaFollette, TN Obituaries

William Young Roddy, Sr.

William Young Roddy, Sr.

Aug 21, 2019

William Young Roddy, Sr., age 77 of Caryville passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019.  He was a United States Army Veteran, and a retired construction worker.  William loved fishing, hunting, and watching baseball.

He is preceded in death by parents Luther and Reba Roddy, sisters Dorothy Young and Kathleen Roddy, brothers Ed and Johnny Roddy,...

John Raymond Smith

John Raymond Smith

Aug 18, 2019

John Raymond Smith, age 96 of Jacksboro passed away Sunday, August 18, 2019. He loved spending time with his loving wife, Pearl and his dog, Charlie.  He also loved reading, studying the Bible, and listening to gospel music.  John belonged to the Church of God.

He is preceded in death by 2 sons, Jessie James...

Sherry Renee Reed

Sherry Renee Reed

Aug 15, 2019

Sherry Renee Reed, age 58, of Dutch Valley Road, Clinton, Tn, passed away at 2:25 pm on August 15, 2019.

She is survived by her loved ones; her husband Donald E. Reed of Knoxville, her children Terry D. Herrell of Clinton, Misty D. Herrell of Clinton, Kristina G. Herrell of Clinton and Samantha A. Burton...

Gary Wayne Monday, Sr.

Gary Wayne Monday, Sr.

Aug 13, 2019

Gary Wayne Monday, Sr., age 57 of LaFollette passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2019. He was of the Baptist faith.  Gary enjoyed working on his cars and spending time with his grandkids.

He is preceded in death by father, R.L. Monday, wife, Carolyn Monday, and brother Ricky Monday.

He is survived by mother...

Evelyn "Teanie" (Byrge) Chapman

Evelyn "Teanie" (Byrge) Chapman

Aug 12, 2019

Evelyn "Teanie" Byrge Chapman, age 91, passed away August 12, 2019 at Cumberland Village Care and Rehab. Teanie was a devout Christian lady and lived an entire lifetime devoted to her Lord and personal Savior, Jesus Christ. She was a member of Jacksboro Community Church.  She could always be heard singing or humming Christian Hymns. She loved...

Albert Chadwell

Albert Chadwell

Aug 12, 2019

Albert Chadwell, age 71, passed away Monday, August 12, 2019.  He was a member of East LaFollette Baptist Church.  Albert enjoyed watching movies, especially westerns, and watching birds.  He also loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by daughter Lisa Michelle Holloway, parents Thomas Chadwell and Johnnie (Spitzer) Petitt and stepfather...

John Ralph Brown

John Ralph Brown

Aug 10, 2019

John Ralph Brown, age 43 of LaFollette passed away Saturday, August 10, 2019.  He attended Crossroads Church.  John enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is preceded in death by father Ralph Marlow.

He is survived by mother Virginia (Brown) King and Steven McGlade, sons Jeffrey Brown and Charles Brown, daughter Anna Brown, brothers David...

Anna Renee (Freeman) Ledford

Anna Renee (Freeman) Ledford

Aug 7, 2019

Anna Rene (Freeman) Ledford, age 46 of LaFollette departed this life on August 7, 2019. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and best friend, that enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Anna also enjoyed riding motorcycles and helping other people.

She is preceded in death by her father William L. Freeman.

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Dorothy Mae Mcghee

Dorothy Mae Mcghee

Aug 3, 2019

Dorothy Mae "Nanny" Powell McGhee, born May 8, 1935 (age 84) of  LaFollette went home to be with the Lord on Saturday August 3, 2019,  peacefully at home surrounded by family after a long battle with lung disease. Nanny enjoyed many things including sewing  gospel music, bird watching and especially working in her yard and...

Lawrence Tracy Hill

Lawrence Tracy Hill

Aug 2, 2019

Lawrence "Tracy" Hill, age 51 of Lafollette passed away Friday, August 2, 2019.

No services are planned at this time.

The family has entrusted the care of Tracy to Martin Wilson Funeral Home "Where families matter most"

Erick John Adkins

Erick John Adkins

Aug 1, 2019

Erick John Adkins, age 41 of Jacksboro passed away Thursday, August 1, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by sons Johnathan and Landon Adkins, daughter Paige Adkins, Father Roger and wife Robin, Mother Nancy (Smith) Adkins, brothers Roger (Stacy) Adkins, Aaron (Beth) Adkins, Brian Adkins, and sister Katlyn (Devin) Martin.

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Estle Odeva Lay

Estle Odeva Lay

Jul 31, 2019

Estle Odeva Lay, age 82, of Caryville departed this life on Wednesday July 31, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.  He was a loving husband of 27 years, and a loving stepfather.  Estle also loved to garden and spend time with his family.

He is preceded in death by parents Burton Thomas and Nellie...

Michael David Evans

Michael David Evans

Jul 31, 2019

Michael David Evans, age 62 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 31, 2019.  He was a member of Shield of Faith Community Church.  He enjoys fishing and talking on the CB.

He is preceded in death by parents Harvey and Lettie (Marlow) Evans, brothers Bill Evans, Willis Evans, Bobby Evans,...

Valerie Lynn (Shoemaker) Grant

Valerie Lynn (Shoemaker) Grant

Jul 25, 2019

Valerie Lynn Grant, age 64 of Ocklawaha, Florida passed away Thursday, July 25, 2019 at LaFollette Medical Center.   She was of the Baptist faith and attended Ocklawaha Baptist Church.  Valerie served her country in the United States Air Force and retired as a Staff Sergeant.

She is preceded in death by father Ronald Shoemaker and...

Jean Ovetta (Day) Chapman

Jean Ovetta (Day) Chapman

Jul 24, 2019

Jean Ovetta Chapman, age 74 of LaFollette departed this life Wednesday, July 24, 2019.  She was a member of First Independent Missionary Baptist Church.  She lived life to the fullest, loved her flowers, plants, and her animals.  Jean also loved her family very much and being around her friends.

She is preceded in death by...

Kenneth Campbell

Kenneth Campbell

Jul 22, 2019

Kenneth Campbell, age 79 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Monday, July 22, 2019.  He was an avid golfer, member of Milford Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite and a Shriner.

He is preceded in death by parents Earnest Sr. and Rebecca Campbell, brothers Earnest Campbell Jr. and Carl Campbell, sisters Nancy Ball and...

Virginia Louise Christian

Virginia Louise Christian

Jul 20, 2019

Virginia Louise (Rhoden) Christian, age 89, passed away on Saturday July 20, 2019 at her home in Jacksboro after battling a long illness. Mrs. Christian was born on March 30, 1930 in Springfield, Ohio.  She married Ralph Wilburn Christian on July 24, 1953. Together they raised four children. She retired to LaFollette in the 70's where she...

Kenneth Wayne Allen

Kenneth Wayne Allen

Jul 17, 2019

Kenneth Wayne Allen, age 55 of Jacksboro passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith.  He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  Kenneth enjoyed boating, fishing, and spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by parents John Robert Sr. and Mary Ella (Harding) Allen, mother-in-law Barbara Sue...

Jason Michael Fraley

Jason Michael Fraley

Jul 15, 2019

Jason Michael Fraley, age 47 of LaFollette passed away Monday, July 15, 2019.

He is preceded in death by mother Reeda Jeanette (Wilson) Fraley Reed and father James Franklin Fraley.

He is survived by wife Naomi Rain (Smith) Fraley, son Mason Michael Fraley, and stepfather James Wallace Reed & wife Barbara.  Brother Jeff...

Roy "Mack" Pierce

Roy "Mack" Pierce

Jul 10, 2019

Roy Mack Pierce, age 78 of Jacksboro went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 10, 2019.  He was of the Baptist faith and a member of Cumberland View Baptist Church.  Mack was also a Deacon and a Sunday School teacher for Cumberland View Baptist Church.  He enjoyed antique cars, stock car racing, fishing, and loved...

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